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E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel vs Praedictum 15 Year
Comparing E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel and Praedictum 15 Year reveals a matchup between a traditional, even-keeled Kentucky staple and an uncut, cask-strength bruiser.
Key Specifications
| Feature | E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel | Praedictum 15 Year |
|---|---|---|
| Type / Style | Traditional Bourbon | Traditional Bourbon, Barrel Proof |
| Mash Bill 1 | 78% corn, 10% rye, 12% malted barley | Not disclosed |
| Age | No age statement | 15 years |
| Proof | 100 proof (50% ABV) | 112 proof (56% ABV) +12 proof |
| Approx. Price 2 | ~$70 – $140 ~$370 less | ~$400 – $550 |
| Availability | Allocated | Limited easier to find |
- E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel and Praedictum 15 Year do not publish an official mash bill.
- US shelf prices as of 2026-08; they vary widely by market.
AG’s Rating and AG’s Notes
E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
Not rated yetNo notes yet.
Praedictum 15 Year
Not my favorite, but I can see why people like it.
Flavor Profile
E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel Praedictum 15 Year
Axis by axis, biggest gap first
fruit 5/7 fruit: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Praedictum 15 Year 7 out of 10
heat 5/7 heat: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Praedictum 15 Year 7 out of 10
sweetness 6/7 sweetness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 6 out of 10, Praedictum 15 Year 7 out of 10
oak 8/7 oak: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 8 out of 10, Praedictum 15 Year 7 out of 10
spice 5/5 spice: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 5 out of 10, Praedictum 15 Year 5 out of 10
nuttiness 4/4 nuttiness: E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel 4 out of 10, Praedictum 15 Year 4 out of 10
Flavor Profile Differences
The fruit-versus-grain contrast drives this one.
- E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel: Single barrels from the warehouse Colonel Taylor built, bonded at 100 proof. More oak and more concentration than the small batch, and one of the most sought-after regular releases Buffalo Trace makes.
- Praedictum 15 Year: A 15-year, barrel-proof Kentucky bourbon from the Foley family's spirits group, picked and blended by their master distiller. Cherry, maple and spice, finishing on root beer and mint.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Go with E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel if you want the most concentrated bonded expression of the Buffalo Trace profile, and the hunt does not deter you at a significantly lower price point.
- Go with Praedictum 15 Year if you want a 15-year, barrel-proof Kentucky bourbon with cherry, maple and mint without hunting for it.
Best enjoyed neat (E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel); neat (Praedictum 15 Year).